GEAR BASICS  

Rifle  

1. Minimum caliber is .223/5.56mm. Maximum caliber - Nothing with a  power factor greater than a .308 Winchester.  

2. No Steel Core, Penetrating, Green Tip or M855 or other Armor Piercing  Ammunition 

3. Rifle Sling  -- You will need this to get your rifle from stage to stage.  

Pistol  

1. No Sig P320 Allowed  

2. Minimum caliber is 9mm, .40 cal. S&W, .357 Sig, .45 cal. automatic  (max)  

Hard Pistol Holster  

1. Your pistol must be holstered in a rigid, with retention device holster  while on the course. This is to ensure your safety, as well as the safety  of those around you.  

2. The retention ensures that the pistol doesn’t pop out while negotiating  the course or while running.  

3. The rigid retention requirement is so nothing accidentally sets off a  round by hiƫng the trigger.  

4. NO vinyl, cloth, or inside the waistband holsters.  

Backpack/Camelback  

Keep it simple. You will need something to hold spare ammo and/or  magazines as well as any water or extra gear. Remember there will be  water stations on the course but not much shade.  

Spare pistol/rifle mags 

1. Assume you will need 2-3 times the amount of ammo required to complete  the course of fire. This is estimated to be at least 300 rounds minimum  between the rifle and pistol requirements.  

2. Further information will be provided on this item as the course reaches its  final design.  

Personal Protective Equipment 

1. Eye and ear protection (required) 

2. Sturdy belt to attach holster and mag pouches and Participant Numbers 

3. Gloves (optional) 

4. Long sleeved Shirt with high neckline to prevent injury. Your participant  number will be attached to you with Carabiner which will be provided.  

5. Sunscreen, Hat, UV protective clothing. Long Sleeves and Long Pants.  Remember the higher altitude (4500 feet).

Updated Gear List as of Aug. 08, 2025